Agenda Profile: Irja Lutsar
Draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE) – second reading
2024-10-10
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.
Political Position
The political focus is currently on the details of the social affairs bill (Bill 427 SE), specifically the balance between data protection and the right of social workers to intervene. Concern is being highlighted regarding the legality and necessity of intervention based on four specific diagnoses. A cautious and inquisitive stance is being maintained, focusing on the legal aspects of policy implementation.
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Topic Expertise
Expertise is evident in the field of social policy and data protection, highlighting specific details of the draft legislation, such as the social worker's right to intervene based on four specific diagnoses. The speaker emphasizes resolving the data protection (data privacy) issue concerning sensitive diagnoses.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, polite, and analytical, beginning by thanking the presenter and addressing the chairperson. The focus is placed on the logical framing of the question, seeking clarification regarding the technical and legal aspects of the law. The tone is cautious and procedural.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is actively involved in the legislative process, taking part both in the work of the Social Affairs Committee and in the plenary session for the second reading of the bill. This demonstrates the consistent raising of the issue and active engagement in committee work.
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Opposition Stance
Insufficient data
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is visible in the participation in the work of the Social Affairs Committee, which is a standard legislative process. There are no references to cross-party compromise or cooperation.
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Regional Focus
The focus is exclusively on national social policy and legislation related to child protection and social work.
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Economic Views
Not enough data
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Social Issues
The central social issue is social intervention (the draft Child Protection Act) and the protection of citizens' rights, particularly concerning data privacy for sensitive diagnoses. Emphasis is placed on the need to ensure family privacy and prevent situations where a family's diagnoses become known within the community.
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Legislative Focus
The main legislative priority is the draft act amending the Child Protection Act and other acts (427 SE). The speaker is focusing on the details of the bill, particularly the legal validity of data protection and intervention mechanisms, while acting as a critical questioner.
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